Doctorate of Clinical Dentistry

Our Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (DClinDent) courses are designed for dentists looking to specialise, enhance clinical expertise and open new career opportunities.

Why choose a DClinDent?

A DClinDent is designed for practising dentists who want to elevate their skills, contribute to research and become recognised experts in their field. Our programmes fully align with General Dental Council (GDC) curricula, preparing candidates for the Royal College Specialist exams (MOS, MPerio, MEndo, MProstho).

Completing a DClinDent not only enhances your clinical capabilities but also opens doors to various career opportunities, including:

  • Leading specialist dental clinics
  • Work in hospital dentistry and academia
  • Conduct cutting-edge research
  • Take on high profile roles in healthcare policy

Our DClinDent courses

We offer a range of DClinDent courses tailored to different areas of expertise. If you aren’t sure which specialisation is right for you, you can speak to our course team who can help you decide. 

Why choose us?

  • State-of-the-art facilities

    Hands-on training at our cutting-edge Clinical Training Centre with access to modern equipment and biomaterials.
  • Interdisciplinary approach

    Collaborative learning with specialists in Oral Surgery, Endodontics, Periodontics and Implantology.
  • Expert tutors

    Learn from consultants, specialists and researchers, with guidance on doctorate-level research projects.
  • Strong clinical training

    Experience a combination of hands-on simulation, real patient care and hospital-based placements.

Join a community of specialist dentists

You’ll be part of a supportive network of leading dental professionals, researchers and clinicians shaping the future of dentistry.

Our friendly and supportive course teams will provide academic mentoring and research supervision, supporting you to achieve your career goals.

"Our DClinDent courses are designed to challenge and inspire, but you’ll never be on this journey alone. Our dedicated team provides hands-on clinical training, one-to-one research supervision and ongoing academic mentorship to help you reach your full potential."

Professor Kathryn Taylor

Academic expertise

Professor Kathryn Taylor
Chair in Oral Surgery
Dr Flavio Pisani
Senior Clinical Lecturer
Shalini Kanagasingam
Senior Clinical Lecturer
TJ
Dr Tomasz Janicki
Course Leader